Toms River, N.J., is poised to use eminent domain to raze an Episcopal church to build a park. The church had wanted to set up a 17-bed shelter.

School taxes: Toms River Regional board rejects 12.9% tax hike, but NJ could force its hand The Christ Episcopal Church has been located downtown for more than 160 years. "You are doing good and ...

A New Jersey town has moved to seize a 10-acre church property and turn it into recreational space, outfitted with pickleball courts and soccer fields. Christ Episcopal Church in Toms River, New ...

Toms River has postponed the vote on acquiring Christ Episcopal Church until July 30. Mayor Daniel Rodrick wants to use the land for recreational facilities, while the church plans to fight the ...